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Aug082011
Remembering Fred Imus
Please share your thoughts and memories of Fred Imus, who passed away August 6 at the age of 69
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This Isn’t Our Last Love Letter
Dear Don Don,
Way back in 92
I walked into the room and knew
Never felt this way before
I shook your hand while gazing into your eyes
And the feeling grew
As I took a seat I knew
A love that would have my heart
Forever
I knew
Way back in 92
They say love at first sight doesn’t always last or isn’t true
We were the exception to that rule
Our love had no where to hide
A spark set fire
As if this is how the universe started
I never doubted our love or what we could do
Together we grew
Forming a bond everlasting
That became our glue
My euphoria was YOU
I’m eternally grateful for the love and life we shared
For how fortunate we were :
“to have and to hold
through sickness and in health
Til death do us part”
Until we are together again
This isn’t our last love letter
I love you with all my heart and soul
Yours forever,
Deirdre (Mrs. Hank Snow)
I’m fortunate to have fallen in love with, marry and make a life with the sharpest, coolest, funniest, most rare, bad ass, tender loving, loyal man on the planet, my husband Don Imus.
A True American Hero
I don’t know why it has been so hard for me to write about my dear friend Don Imus.
I certainly know what he meant to me, my family, my charity, my hospital and the millions of fans that listened and loved him for so many years.
I keep reading all the beautiful condolences that people are writing about how much a part of their lives were effected by listening to him over the years.
But what most people don’t talk enough about is what he did for all of us.
In every sense of the word, he was an American Hero. His work with children with so many different illnesses and his dedication to their future was unmatched by anyone I have ever known or heard about.
Besides raising over $100,000,000 for so many causes, he took care of young people for over 20 years in a state where he could not breathe. Along with his incredible wife Deirdre, he created a world where children were not defined by their disease. That was a miracle! He was a miracle.
I will miss him ever day for the rest of my life.
I was blessed to be a part of his and Deirde’s life.
No one will ever do what he did.
I love you Don Imus - A TRUE AMERICAN HERO
David Jurist
IMUS IN THE MORNING
FIRST DAY BACK!
Imus Ranch Foundation
The Imus Ranch Foundation was formed to donate 100% of all donations previously devoted to The Imus Ranch for Kids with Cancer to various other charities whose work and missions compliment those of the ranch. The initial donation from The Imus Ranch Foundation was awarded to Tackle Kids Cancer, a program of The HackensackUMC Foundation and the New York Giants.
Please send donations to The Imus Ranch Foundation here:
Imus Ranch
PO Box 1709
Brenham, Texas 77833
A Tribute To Don Imus
Children’s Health Defense joins parents of vaccine-injured children and advocates for health freedom in remembering the life of Don Imus, a media maverick in taking on uncomfortable topics that most in the mainstream press avoid or shut down altogether. His commitment to airing all sides of controversial issues became apparent to the autism community in 2005 and 2006 as the Combating Autism Act (CAA) was being discussed in Congress. The Act, which was ultimately signed into law by George W. Bush in December of 2006, created unprecedented friction among parents of vaccine-injured children and members of Congress; parents insisted that part of the bill’s billion-dollar funding be directed towards environmental causes of autism including vaccines, while most U.S. Senators and Representatives tried to sweep any such connections under the rug.
News Articles
Don Imus, Divisive Radio Shock Jock Pioneer, Dead at 79 - Imus in the Morning host earned legions of fans with boundary-pushing humor, though multiple accusations of racism and sexism followed him throughout his career By Kory Grow RollingStone
Don Imus Leaves a Trail of Way More Than Dust
Don Imus Was Abrupt, Harsh And A One-Of-A-Kind, Fearless Talent
By Michael Riedel - The one and only time I had a twinge of nerves before appearing on television was when I made my debut in 2011 on “Imus in the Morning” on the Fox Business Channel. I’d been listening to Don Imus, who died Friday at 79, since the 1990s as an antidote the serious (bordering on the pompous) hosts on National Public Radio. I always thought it would be fun to join Imus and his gang — news anchor Charles McCord, producer Bernard McGuirk, comedian Rob Bartlett — in the studio, flinging insults back and forth at one another. And now I had my chance. I was invited on to discuss to discuss “Spider-Man, Turn Off the Dark,” the catastrophic Broadway musical that injured cast members daily.
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Reader Comments (2564)
Fred, thanks for the yucks................Rest in Peace
Know this was a very difficult week and very happy you allowed us to share with you. With Love, Rose Foggotte
I began to listen to Imus in the morning a long time ago. As a course of events I was subsequently introduced to Fred and his dogs. O boy that was a treat. As your other listeners and viewers have said; Fred was a jewel. I cannot imagine of a more appropriate send-off than a CD or DVD of the best of FRED IMUS on the IMUS in the Morning Show, of course with the proceeds going to the ranch. Here is to the last ride into the sunset. We all loved you Amigo.
Dear Imus,
Fred Imus was an intelligent everyman. He had a perspective and wit which was invaluable to all of us who listen to and love Imus in the Morning. My station in Scranton was one of the first 4 to sign on w/the program and the first time I heard Fred - and the truly heartwarming, loving and incredibly hilarious banter with you - I understood why the show is a must listen - and a great framework for how we view the day's events. All of the tributes to Fred have been great, but none moreso than yours. Remarkable. He will be missed but he will not be forgotten. As an Imus Ranch Foreman, I loaded up on Fred clothing and I will bring it back out and wear it more proudly than ever. I was always honored to be a distant relative in the Imus family and I will experience the void left by his passing. I can only imagine the deep sense of loss that you, Dierdre and Wyatt are feeling and I wish you the best. The strength and courage you all showed in continuing your good work is a testament to Fred and I am happy he is now at the Ranch with all of you and the great kids who make Reader's Digest New Mexico an ever-remembered temporary home. Yours, Bob Cordaro.
I Man: you and the crew have been like family to me for MANY years so Fred's passing feels like losing one of my family. I will miss Fred's dry sense of humor and his perspectives on life in general ! I could feel your hearfelt pain on the air Monday.
It's somewhat comforting to know that Fred's ashes are at the ranch.
Please accept my condolences.
It's tough to know what to say; when I heard I-man talk on Monday, probably more than he wanted to, when he choked up it really got to me. Cavuto really touched on the most important part though, even if Fred was on Don's nerves and we were all laughing, they'd always end with "I love you." These guys have been a part of my life almost every day for the last 12 years and I truly feel the loss of Fred is like the loss of a family member of my own. I'm sorry for the whole Imus family, and I'm sorry for us, the fans who didn't 'know' Fred but loved him nonetheless. Godspeed Fred.
Your show has been part of my morning routine for 20 years and you are like family to me. I cannot express how badly I felt when I heard about Fred's death. Since we are about the same age I have always felt like "one of the family," like you and Fred were my brothers and I have felt great sadness at your loss, Don. Having lost a younger sister unexpectedly, I know the shock and grief that become part of our life. I pray you will get past this quickly knowing Fred is in a better place than this. Sincerely, Mari Ann
My deepest condolences to the Imus Family on Fred's "going home". A long time listener, I always made sure to set aside the special time when Fred was going to be on. I wished I could be more like him. He told it like it was. His many humorous remarks are too numerous to mention. One of his last was my favorite. President Obama appeared on TV for a newsconference and Fred said that when he realized he wasn't stepping down from office he turned off the TV. He will be truly missed. I hope occasionally you will play some of his visits to the show.
Dear Mr. Imus & family,
We watch your show every morning and always enjoyed your brother Fred when he was on. Our condolences go out to you & your family. Hug his dogs as much as you can because they will mourn him also. I to have lost a younger brother to cancer and am so appreciative to what you do at the ranch. God bless you & your family. Will keep you all in my prayers.
I live in Wichita Ks formally of NYC, Listened to your show going over the 59th st bridge everyday in the late 60's early70's. Took a tip to Albuquerque where I was stationed in the Army and had to take a side trip to Santa Fe to go to the shop run by Fred. He was to nice and friendly to my wife and I, He personally helped me pick out a case of hot sause and fitted me with 1 of the denim jackets with the states embroided on the back and the buffalo on the front. He was just siting by the door reading his paper with his dog Fred at his side. He just asked if he could help and was so friendly. We talked a while about your old show in NYC when you did you fuzzy dice skit about the church in Del Rio and your phone calls asking women on the phone every day "a you naked". He said you changed your format alot from the old days. My wife and I watch you everyday on Fox in Wichita. We will both miss teh segments when Fred was on. He made the show extra special. My wife and I are both in our eary 70's and have been enjoying you qand Fred for many years.
Ken & Carol Haarrtje
ps: We will be bringing our 2 Grandkids to Albuquerque for the balloon fest. in October this year. Love that part of the country.
My heart breaks for all the Imus' family . . . I can only imagine the grief, losing a sibling, being fortunate enough to still have all 5 of mine. I am a long time listener and have to agree with so many others, that it was a REAL treat to have Fred on the program . . . I would not move from the TV, waiting to hear what he had to say and know that somewhere along the way he would make me laugh. I hope he is making all the angels in heaven laugh today, as we all recall his memory. Bless you all!
Will really miss Fred. He was like a wise friend to all of us who listen to your show. Deepest sympathy.
Always enjoyed the segments when Fred was on your show. So sorry for your loss we know how much he meant to you.
I am so sorry for your loss, Mr Don Imus.. Fred was a funny and warm cowboy! My codolences to the whole familly.
Fred was one of a kind. He was a good fit here in Tucson. I lost my Brother on May 6th this year at 58. I can tell you it is like losing a part yourself.
Sometimes I wanted to smack him and he too cost me a bit of money. Through it all I loved him with all my heart. I don't intend to make this about me, just wanted to relate.
Don, I am truly saddened to hear about your Brother's passing. Peace be with you and your family.
Jon Stewart
Tucson
Mr. Imus, I am an old retired policeman living in Louisiana, and I watch you every morning. I love your show and I enjoy every one, but when Fred was on my day seemed to go better. He cut through the hype and did what most people don't do today, he said exactly what he thought. Not to much of that going on today as you well know. The affection the two of your feel for each other was obvious and touching. I will miss him and your interaction with him.
Thank you for what you do for the many charities you support and continue to fight for what you believe in.
God bless you and your family.
James Donaho
Fred was beautiful.....simple, genuine, droll…..beautiful. I will miss him, but always remember him!
God Bless you and your family.
I was crying from laughter almost every time fred appeared on the show. I can't count the times that fred would tell a story and I would laugh all day thinking about it.Imus must really miss him.
Iman :
Neil C was so spot on - Don't you just know Fred is up " there " now looking down on us mortals w/ that wry , satisfied smile on that leathered face - It is so true that we all felt as if we " knew " Fred - He was a treasure but I'd wager he never thought of himself on that light - Life's eternal question : Why do bad things happen to good people ?
Now get back to work - damned it .
Fred won me over when I heard him talk about his affection for his dogs. I lost a very close brother not long ago. It's not easy. God bless you and your family.
Don, thanks for doing your show this week. You're so right, we all felt like we were Fred's friends, and we needed to mourn with you, because you are our friend, too. I read somewhere that when you feel strange, the best thing is to do something that feels normal. I knew you would handle it with honesty and class. We all have stuff to deal with, and you make it that much easier for us. So did Fred. So that is what we want for you, too. Also, you have a fantastic cast, and all of your shows this week were stellar. Enjoy your time with the kids, they will make you feel a little better, too. Thanks to you, and love to all.
Still can't believe Fred is gone. I will miss the banter between ya'll, especially the way you told each other "I Love You", at the end of every conversation. It always reminded me of my brother & sister. I will also miss his dry humor and wit. God bless you and your family. We have all lost a dear friend!
Listening to Fred was like taking a vacation from the equivocating blather that is so frequently found in public discourse today. Thankfully, he shared his humanity and rugged individualism. Thank you Don Imus, for sharing Fred and his gifts with us. Thank you, as well, for your day to day efforts to keep your listeners entertained and curious. Continued blessings to you, Deidre, and your wonderful son. I am sorry for your loss.
Imus:
I feel I've lost someone that I knew.
Rest in Peace, Fred Imus.
Love, thoughts and prayers from Poplar Bluff, Missouri to all the Imus family. Donnie, don't get lost in all this, we all do remember he was your father. It was so apparent the love and respect you and Fred shared for one another. It was more than obvious they had no problems displaying that love and affection so openly. Hearts accross the country were touched when Fred and you signed off after one of his appearences. My #1 personal selfish reason about Fred going home before his work here was done is never getting to spend those 3 fun filled days watching him push megan out the door of his trailer. However, if she stops those lapdances , keeps her clothes on in public and gets down on her knees (IF UNABLE, STANDING IS FINE) and talk things over with the baby Jesus and earns her a place in Heaven then we ALL may still have that opportunity.......... GO FRED!!!!! GOD SPEED!!!!!